Senior Corrosion Specialist - Pipelines & Tanks

Buckeye Partners L.P.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Partners L.P. is seeking a Senior Specialist, Corrosion with 9+ years of experience in pipeline and tank corrosion control to lead company-wide corrosion programs and provide technical leadership.

This role requires directing major projects, mentoring corrosion personnel, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while collaborating with Asset Integrity, Operations, and Engineering teams.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of corrosion control experience in oil & gas pipelines/tanks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and corrosion databases.
• Experience leading regulatory compliance activities and audits.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead corrosion control programs planning, development, and maintenance.
• Direct cathodic protection system evaluation for pipelines and tanks.
• Manage data integration with asset integrity and risk planning.
• Supervise third-party contractors for surveys, testing, and remediation.
• Provide technical authority and guidance to operations and engineering.
• Develop scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for projects.

Skills

Cathodic protection

Project management

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Mentorship

Education

AMPP CP-2/CP-3 certifications

PE/EIT registration desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Corrosion databases

Job description

Buckeye Partners L.P. is seeking a Senior Specialist, Corrosion with 9+ years of experience in pipeline and tank corrosion control to lead company-wide corrosion programs and provide technical leadership.

This role requires directing major projects, mentoring corrosion personnel, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while collaborating with Asset Integrity, Operations, and Engineering teams.